Sir Nigel Hawthorne's inspiring reading brings to life this new translation of Lao Tzu's 2,500 year old Chinese classic. Probably the most influential spiritual book in human history, the Tao Te Ching translates as The Classic of The Tao and Its Power.

In 80 short chapters, it reveals a profound view of the Tao, a unique and satisfying way of life and nature. This revered collection of wise sayings and commentaries is a complete guide to living the sagely life and finding a calm and tranquil center in the midst of the chaos and stress of 21st-century life. Download and start listening now!

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Listener Opinions

by Killian McRae | 2/10/2014

" Eastern Philosophy 101 "

by Julia Simpson-Urrutia | 1/26/2014

" This is a beautiful book that everyone should read and discuss. "

by Christian | 1/20/2014

" A must read. There was some things I didn't like about my particular translation (although, there were some things I really did like about it, too). "

by Luis | 12/30/2013

" This book was one the most enlightening works I've had the pleasure to read. "

" While I've marked this as read (I've read in twice in the past month), I know I will have to read it over and over again, for the rest of my life, as I gradually learn to understand. It's truly beautiful. "

Karen | 11/21/2013

" This is my favorite version of the Tao Te Ching so far. Clear, concise, and beautiful. "

Aaron Goodier | 11/16/2013

" Pretty much all of it is just, like, be the tree that doesn't get knocked over by wind. Great. "

William Murakami-brundage | 10/30/2013

" Quick, easy, as simple as pie. If you think you grasp some underlying message: you probably do. It's just that you've grabbed onto the branch, and you'll need to pull the entire treetrunk out by the roots. "

Wendy | 10/5/2013

" Thousands of years old and yet still relevant. "

Philip Bergstresser | 10/3/2013

" One can see the world without taking a step... "

Cass | 12/9/2012

" Just a foreword and the verses. A little explanation of some translation decisions in the back, which I wish he had put with the verses, so I don't have to flip my e-edition back and forth when I re-read. "

Rhaegar | 8/5/2012

" I don't get it, but it's pretty. :) "

J.F. Sanborn | 6/10/2011

" This is one of those life-altering books. "

Peter | 5/25/2011

" Some of the deepest philosophical musings I have come accross. This is one of those books that you want to take with you to a desert island, along with the Bible and the Brothers K. "

Word Ninja | 12/2/2010

" Beautiful drawings to look at while reflecting. "

Liz Bottner | 8/14/2010

" I really, really like this book. The wisdom found within is amazing. There were some points in the translation that I didn't really mesh with, though, as I did with the one other translation I have read. Even so, I highly recommend this book. "

Zafirah Muhammad | 5/24/2010

" a great book. things to help you govern your life "

Mckinley | 5/16/2010

" Don't love the translations of this version. "

Darren Corpe | 2/6/2010

" A book that I recommend more Christians should read. Understanding of course that Christianity is not primarily a religion of morality, and that the parallels between Lao Tzu and Jesus/the prophets should serve to enlighten, rather than to convert. "

Johnny | 11/2/2008

" Life affirming; no, life changing... "

Jasmine | 8/29/2008

" My life has been changed. Daily meditation of these poems are greatly advised. They have allowed me to let go of many negative emotions and unclutter my brain and my life. "

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